The evolution of home automation has hit major strides in the last few years. It wasn’t too long ago that the idea of flicking on your house lights, adjusting the thermostat, and preheating the oven while you made the drive home was something only possible in “The Jetsons”. When I was a kid, I still remember having to crawl off Continue Reading ...

Windows tell many stories as life passes through these enlightening spaces that fill up our homes. I am always intrigued by a few special ways that our friends here at Blindsgalore have creatively solved an unusual window quandary. Since we specialize in custom window treatments and have the expertise to tackle all kinds of problems, we love to find unique Continue Reading ...

Just like window treatments, windows themselves come in many different sizes and shapes. Distinct rooms require distinct windows and average sized rectangular windows cannot be classified as one-size fits all. Along with varying proportions, windows are also manufactured to be operated in different ways. Some you lift, some you slide, and some don’t open at all. All of these factors Continue Reading ...

At first glance, it seems so simple, covering a window. When you consider a window, you think of a lovely rectangle shape with exact dimensions, but what could possibly be tricky about getting a blind or shade to fit perfectly? Well, there’s high windows, low windows, windows on ceilings, old windows, enormous windows, and drafty windows, just to name a Continue Reading ...

Shutters are the crown jewel in the ever growing selection of window treatments. Adorning homes for centuries, they bring an unmistakably bright and fresh accent to kitchens, living rooms, and bathrooms. Originally made of wood, when glass was difficult to obtain and much more expensive, shutters were attached to the interior portion of the house. At the time, homes were Continue Reading ...

We do our very best to offer an outstanding product selection at Blindsgalore. We strive to provide window treatments ranging from the classic and traditional to those featuring the latest trends and technologies. I hope this snapshot review of some of our most recent colors, fabrics, materials and features will induce you to update your windows as we enter a Continue Reading ...

While we wait for the temperature to drop, now is a good time to start thinking about prepping our homes for fall. Woven wood shades are the natural choice when you’re sprucing up your rooms for the upcoming change of seasons. Crafted from natural materials into a rustic, yet refined shade, make woven wood shades extremely versatile, complementing the function and Continue Reading ...

Cooler days are on the way as today the Autumnal Equinox, an astrological event, marks the changing of the sun from the Northern Hemisphere to the Southern Hemisphere. The sun’s warmth and direct sunlight fades for us as the days get shorter and night descends earlier. As the sun crosses the equator on its seasonal march, a special moment of balance is created Continue Reading ...